The 25th and final Barn Dance Jamboree and Campout in Blyth was a big success, according to Gord Baxter.
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Council awards infrastructure contract for Hutton Heights subdivision
Phase 2 of the Hutton Heights subdivision, which includes installing the infrastructure necessary to support the new housing, was given the green light at the North Huron council meeting on June 5, with councillors voting to approve the request for proposals (RFP) recommendation presented by Public
North Huron adopts policy to disperse museum collection
North Huron council accepted the draft museum deaccessioning policy from Denise Lockie, community engagement officer, at its June 5 meeting.
South Bruce CLC members hear about post-site selection regulatory processes
Members of the South Bruce Community Liaison Committee (CLC) met virtually on June 1 to learn hear from representatives of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) and Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC).
Open-air fire ban issued in Huron County
Fire chiefs in Huron County have issued an open-air fire ban, effective immediately.
IN PHOTOS: Howick Central Public School’s 2023 track and field meet
Howick Central Public School hosted its track and field meet on Thursday, May 25. Athletes competed in several events throughout the day.
Four Madill athletes take home top prizes at WOSSAA
The WOSSAA Track and Field Championships took place on May 25-26, 2023 at the Western Alumni Stadium in London.
Maitland Conservation thanks retiring member Dave Turton
The board of directors from Maitland Conservation honoured retiring member Dave Turton at its May 17 meeting, thanking him for his hard work and dedication over the last eight years, especially his time as chair during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Memories of Wingham: Ken Wood
This is the fourth part in a series, initiated by the Wingham and Area Historical Society, of write ups of memories by or about Wingham seniors.
Howick firefighters’ breakfast a smashing hit
If you were looking for someone in the village of Gorrie on Sunday morning, chances are they were enjoying breakfast at the fire hall. The Howick Firefighters Association hosted its annual breakfast on May 28, serving a steady stream of hungry residents. At 10 a.m., people were lined up out the door
Howick Mutual Insurance celebrates 150th anniversary
Howick Mutual Insurance marked their 150th anniversary by hosting a celebration at their office in Wingham on May 26. Lots of fun was to be had during the event, as local musician Natalie Irwin performed and beef on a bun was served by Cardiff BBQ. Pictured are the current staff of Howick Mutual Ins
Community mailboxes to be installed in Fordwich
At its May 16 meeting, Howick council received a report from public works, updating members on the community mailboxes (CMB) in Fordwich.
Wingham Independent MC barbecue raises nearly $3,000 for local breakfast programs
The Wingham Independent Motorcycle Club (MC) is calling support for its latest fundraiser “phenomenal.”
Madill rugby program has historic week
Mustangs, no matter their body type, are known to be surefooted and have good endurance, so it’s not surprising that the athletes representing the F.E. Madill Secondary Mustangs display similar attributes on the rugby pitch.
More than $13,000 collected at Wingham event for Alzheimer Society of Huron Perth
It was a beautiful day to hike the Wingham Community Trail on Saturday, May 27.
